Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society
Charity Number: 227786
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Quick Stats
| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Annual Income | £63,097 (2024) |
| Annual Expenditure | £85,317 (2024) |
| Grant Range | £75 - £3,000 |
| Average Grant | Not specified |
| Application Method | Fixed Deadline |
| Geographic Focus | Cumbria, Cumberland, Westmorland, Lancashire North of the Sands |
Contact Details
- Website: https://cumbriapast.com
- Email: treasurer@cumbriapast.com, research@cumbriapast.com
- Phone: 7442002382
- Charity Number: 227786
Funding Priorities
- Historical research related to Cumbria
- Archaeological research and excavation projects
- Technical aspects of research (dendro-dating, radiocarbon dating)
- Publication of research findings
- Projects by volunteer groups, schools, museums, and academic/professional researchers
- Clare Fell Fund for student grants (separate fund)
What They Don't Fund
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How to Apply to Cumberland And Westmorland Antiquarian And Archaeological Society
Applications are reviewed four times per year by the Research and Grants Committee:
- Deadlines: 1 March, 1 June, 1 September, and 1 December (for grants over £500)
- Grants under £500: Considered at any time during the year
- Application Form: Available for download at https://cumbriapast.com/cgi-bin/cwaas/cp_main.pl?action=cp_grants
- Submission: Send completed forms to research@cumbriapast.com
- Support: Committee offers guidance on research methodology and publication
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